Molly Joyce on the Subjectivity of Sound
Metropolis recently launched Loud and Soft, a new web presentation with Sandbox Percussion. Go behind-the-scenes with composer Molly Joyce as she discusses the production and its role in the conversation about accessibility in music.
Gramophone: The Blind Banister - Editor’s Choice
Wonderfully controlled and poised performance by cellist Inbal Segev in Upstate Obscura, Metropolis Ensemble under conductor Andrew Cyr in full control throughout, and the irrepressible Andres on top of his game in The Blind Banister and the solo piano piece Colorful History, I cannot recommend this album highly enough.
Melodic Magazine: Caroline Rose brings a Symphony to Brooklyn
The addition of the Metropolis Ensemble added an extra layer of depth and grandeur to Rose’s performance, elevating her already stellar songwriting to new heights.
Brooklyn Vegan: Caroline Rose with Metropolis Ensemble
Caroline Rose is on tour supporting last year’s The Art of Forgetting, and they just wrapped up a few of special shows where they were joined by players from Metropolis Ensemble for an orchestral set.
Caroline Rose In Photos
Here’s a few highlights from the project, including backstage and the performance at Brooklyn Steel on April 5.
Brooklyn Vegan Highlights Metropolis/Caroline Rose Collaboration
Brooklyn Vegan highlights Metropolis Ensemble’s collaboration with Caroline Rose on their What’s Going On Friday blog.
Brooklyn Magazine: Things To Do This Weekend
Caroline Rose is on tour in support of her GRAMMY-nominated, critically acclaimed album, “The Art of Forgetting.” Her performance at Brooklyn Steel features the Metropolis Ensemble, performing orchestral compositions of her songs.
The Guardian: The Blind Banister – Original, Arresting and Eclectic
“These three works from Timo Andres showcase the US composer’s distinctive and accomplished musical language… It’s a highly accomplished disc all round.”
Apple Music: New in Indie
Apple Music features Wye Oak’s newest album, Shriek Variations, on their “New in Indie” playlist.
Apple Music: New Music Daily
Apple Music features Wye Oak’s newest album, Shriek Variations.
Wye Oak’s Shriek: Variations Arrives on Merge Records
Pioneering indie rock duo Wye Oak, composer William Brittelle, Paul Wiancko, Metropolis Ensemble are releasing a reimagined version of the band's 2014 record, Shriek, to celebrate its 10-year anniversary.
NPR / The Fabulous 413: Confluence with Caroline Rose
Monte Belmonte and Kaliis Smith, hosts of The Fabulous 413 podcast on NPR, chat with Caroline Rose ahead of their two-night residency with Metropolis Ensemble at BOMBYX.
Stereogum: Wye Oak Announce Shriek Reimaginings With Composer William Brittelle
Stereogum previews Wye Oak’s upcoming album, Shriek.
Brooklyn Vegan: New Songs Out Today
Brooklyn Vegan staff picks Wye Oak’s Logic of Color from their recent album, Shriek Variations.

